Oprah Explains to Gayle Why Her Dog, Sadie, is Quarantining in the Guest House

For a special quarantine edition of The OG Chronicles, Oprah and Gayle got on Instagram Live to answer questions from readers who need some wisdom during the pandemic.

During their chat, Oprah revealed why she's canceled everything on her schedule through the end of the year, and why her beloved dog, Sadie, is currently quarantining in the guest house.

The duo also shared their dream celebrities to quarantine with, including Maluma and Bradley Cooper—who apparently is also a great partner to play games with. Watch the full video of the special live edition of The OG Chronicles over at Oprah Magazine's Instagram

Quarantining during the COVID-19 pandemic has been an experience none of us were prepared for. We've all encountered some pretty unique problems during this time—even Oprah and Gayle. So for the latest edition of The OG Chronicles, the best friends took to Instagram Live to share how they've been handling social distancing, while also answering questions from readers looking for guidance on some tricky pandemic situations.

While Gayle was checking in with Oprah from her New York apartment—where she's been co-hosting CBS This Morning daily from her living room—the O of O joined from her home in Santa Barbara, California, where she's been staying put since March 10. And she made it clear to her best friend that she has absolutely no plans of leaving any time soon.

"I am 66, and never even thought about my age...and this is the first time I've been thinking about my age. I was talking to TD Jakes recently, and he said when he thought about elderly people [who seem to be at higher risk for COVID-19], he felt so sad for the elderly people...until he heard it's people 60 and over and realized 'That's me!'" Oprah said with a laugh. "I also had pneumonia [last year]...and am just now getting through all the bronchial stuff. So I will not be leaving these gates this summer. I might poke my nose out in the fall...but I'm gonna wait and see."

Oprah added that to be safe, she's also not making any commitments at the moment.

"I have canceled everything on my calendar outside my gates through the rest of the year, including O Magazine's 20th anniversary party...I just don't think it's gonna be safe to be in large group settings until this virus is over, in every form."

Similarly, Gayle shared that she's also been overly cautious; in fact, it took her 32 days to go outside for the first time because of her fear of the virus. But apparently, there are some New Yorkers who are a little more carefree, according to Oprah.

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"The other day I called Cicely Tyson, who is 95, who was out on the streets of New York... in a mask...at the grocery store!" Oprah shared. "I would not do that, so I said 'Go Cicely.' When you're 95, you can do whatever the hell you want."

But at Oprah's compound, the family is not taking any chances. A few weeks ago, she shared that after he had been traveling, she and Stedman quarantined separately for a full 14 days, while her beau stayed in the guest house. And now, the guest house has another quarantined resident: Oprah's beloved dog, Sadie.

"She's in the guest house for 14 days, because she had an eye infection and went to the vet," Oprah explained, adding that she became concerned when she saw on a virtual call with Sadie and her doc that the veterinarian removed her mask while examining her dog. When Gayle pointed out that she doesn't think animals can carry the virus, Oprah interrupted: "I heard about a pug in New York! We don't know that! And I heard about two cats!"

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Just like everyone else, both Oprah and Gayle are both trying to find creative ways to pass the time. For Oprah, Stedman, and her "daughters" from South Africa, Thando and Sade, that's been cooking big mid-day meals and having movie nights. "And we are doing something we have never done in a lifetime...we're doing a puzzle tonight!" Gayle also shared that they've been playing a game called Werewolves on Zoom, which she referred to as "a whole lot of fun." She was introduced to the game by Bradley Cooper—who apparently would be a dream celebrity quarantine guest for Oprah.

"Bradley and I are good friends and we have really good conversations over text, and we have good conversations over the phone when we're together, so I'd pick Bradley Cooper," Oprah said after one viewer asked what celeb she'd choose to shelter-in-place with. "For me, Bradley is not a boy-girl thing, although he's cute...no disrespect to Stedman! He's just so fantastic to talk to," she clarified.

Gayle's selection, on the other hand, would be Latin superstar Maluma, whom she's been enamored with since she interviewed him on CBS This Morning a few weeks ago. "I found him so charming and so smart...I've always wanted to learn Spanish, so I think quarantining with him would be great. He's a really, really great guy."

They also took a moment to praise all essential workers, referencing the sacrifices that those "cleaning medical waste" and vital people working at grocery stores have been making, for example. Oprah cited a harrowing account about three hospital stockroom employees who died from coronavirus. They were not treating patients. It's the story that's "gotten me the most," Oprah said.

"There were three essential workers in New York who were working in the basement of a hospital...they weren't nurses or doctors, they didn't have that title. They were just handing out masks to everybody. And all of them now are gone. So every night when everyone is applauding for doctors, there are those essential workers who pick people up at the front door, to wheel people into the hospital, the custodians..."

She added that the pandemic has shifted her perspective. "I have always been the kind of person that when I'm staying in hotels, I always leave tips to the maids...I've always had regard for the people who make my life easier and more comfortable. I've never not seen other people, but I think now more than ever I will not look at people who do the so-called "menial" jobs the same again...or the so-called 'grunt work.'"

Before the BFFs wrapped up their convo, they answered one more question from a reader. A few days ago, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry released a video of the new mom reading to their son, Archie, to celebrate his first birthday. After a few attentive readers spotted a sticker on the front of the book reading "Archie's Book Club," many wondered if the book was one of the ones Oprah had gifted to Archie when he was born. During their chat, Oprah confirmed to Gayle that it was indeed.

"It's my standard baby gift, and it's so good. I have a list of 100 books that I usually send...I think I probably gave Archie maybe 100-150 books. Things like...Goodnight Moon...all the traditional children's books."

Watch the full video of the special live edition of The OG Chronicles over at Oprah Magazine's Instagram—and let us know in the comments below if you have questions for Oprah and Gayle for next time.

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